Business Fire Safety
How safe is your business? Find out by taking this quick survey.
| Yes/No | Safety Checklist Item |
|---|---|
| Are fire extinguishers up to date? (Should have a date stamped that is less than a year old) | |
| Are fire extinguishers mounted properly and free of obstructions? (Should be between 4 and 60" from floor and nothing within a 36" radius of the extinguisher) | |
| Is the hood system inspected and up to date? (Required to be inspected twice a year - date tag should be less then 6 months old) | |
| Are sprinkler heads free from obstruction? (Storage should not be within 18" of the head and nothing hanging from the head) | |
| Are fire doors properly working and free from obstruction? (They are not permitted to be propped open by wedges or any other temporary device) | |
| Are rolling fire door/shutters tested annually? (They are required to be drop tested once a year) | |
| Do you have an adequate number of fire extinguishers? (They should be placed so travel distance does not exceed 75 feet or where there is a significant hazardous area to protect such as kitchens) | |
| Are exit doors clearly marked, illuminated and free from obstruction? (They are required to be identified with signs that are internally or externally illuminated) | |
| Are all exit doors unlocked? | |
| Are all exits well lit? | |
| Are all electrical plates and outlets free from exposed wiring? (Cover plates are required, no open junction boxes are permitted) | |
| Are extension cords used properly? (They are for temporary purposes and not used as a substitution for permanent wiring) | |
| Are electrical panels kept clear at least 36 inches from storage? | |
| Are gas cylinders secured to prevent tipping? | |
| Are hallways and storage spaces free of accumulated rubbish? | |
| Is storage kept 24 inches from the ceiling? | |
| Is your address properly posted? (2 1/2 inch height minimum) | |
| Are fire lanes clearly posted and marked? | |
| Are combustibles kept a safe distance from any heat source? (Minimum of 36 inches) | |
| Are flammable liquids properly used and stored? (Must be stored in an approved cabinet) | |
| Are employees trained in fire safety and able to use a fire extinguisher? | |
| Are fire drills conducted frequently? | |
| Are employees aware of the location of fire extinguishers and exit doors? | |
| Are safety issues enforced at all times? (Do you have a written policy) | |
| Do you have a Fire Safety Plan? | |
| Are employees trained in this plan? | |
| Are hazardous materials properly labeled? | |
| Are hazardous materials properly stored and disposed of? | |
| Is propane used and stored properly? | |
| Do you have current MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) on site for hazardous materials? |
Every "yes" response indicates a positive, fire-safety situation, but a "no" response indicates a potential fire hazard that needs to be corrected. If you have any questions, please call the Fire Department at (701) 662-3913 or (701) 662-8122.
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